Halal Indian Style Suji Upma (South Indian Breakfast)

• 1 cup semolina (suji/rava)
• 1 onion, 1 carrot, ½ cup green peas, finely chopped
• 2–3 green chilies, 1 tsp ginger, chopped
• 1 tsp mustard seeds, 1 tsp urad dal, 8–10 curry leaves
• 3 tbsp oil or ghee, salt
• 3 cups water, fresh cilantro, lemon wedges

1. 1Dry roast semolina on medium heat until aromatic (4–5 min); set aside.
2. 2Heat oil, add mustard seeds, urad dal, curry leaves, ginger, and chilies. Add onion and vegetables; sauté 4–5 min.
3. 3Add water and salt; bring to boil. Slowly stir in roasted semolina.
4. 4Cover and cook on low 5–7 min until fluffy. Garnish with cilantro and lemon. Serve hot.
5. 5*Nutritional Value (per serving): ~240 calories, 6g protein, 38g carbs, 8g fat, 4g fiber.

Nutrition values are estimates.